~Tiara
I stood outside the massive mahogany doors of the mansion, my heart pounding as I watched the car pull into the driveway. Cedric—my father-in-law—was finally home after days in the hospital.
The car door opened, and Cedric stepped out slowly, supported by a nurse and Daphne. He looked frail, but his eyes still carried a spark of life. A tear rolled down my cheek as I took a deep breath and walked toward him.
“Father,” I whispered, my voice trembling as I reached him. Before I could stop myself, I wrapped my arms around him gently. “I’m so glad you’re back. I was so worried.”
Cedric chuckled softly, patting my back before kissing my cheek. “My sweet Tiara,” he said, his voice warm despite its weakness. “Don’t take what happened at the dining table to heart, my dear. Giovanni
